LLS VDI 2019

CASTELLO DI NEIVE | Piemonte

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GRIGNOLINO PIEMONTE DOC This Grignolino is a small production gem (at 4,000 bottles annually) that is incredibly food friendly. Made from 100% Grignolino grapes, it shows the lightness and finesse which has made Grignolino a widely appreciated wine. Following fermentation, this wine is aged for three months in stainless steel to preserve its fresh, fruit-forward aromas.

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BARBERA D’ALBA DOC SANTO STEFANO The Barbera grapes for this wine come from the famed Santo Stefano vineyard, which initially caused critics to believe Italo Stupinowas crazy as this vineyard is typically reserved for the hallowedNebbiolo. This 100%Barbera proved themwrong as it expresses the depth for which Santo Stefano is known while still retaining Barbera’s signature fruit. The grapes for this wine are pressed and then allowed to mature for nine months in large wooden vats to allow the wines to mellow and develop their complexity.

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LANGHE ROSSODOC I CORTINI PINOT NOIR Growing up, Italo’s favorite wine was his father’s “Cuvée Privée.” This wine, which was served at family gatherings and made from grapes bought from the then current owner of the castel—a Count Guido Riccardo Candiani, was sourced from a vineyard (I Cortini) right next to the Castello di Neive. To pay tribute to his father’s memory and this wine, Italo Stupino continued making a Pinot Noir from the I Cortini plot after his family purchased the castle. Made from 100% Pinot Noir, the grapes are gently pressed and then matured in barriques for 1 year.

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